Become a Chem-E-Car Hero: Best Practices in Chem-E-Car Safety and EDP Development
AIChE Annual Meeting
2024
2024 AIChE Annual Meeting
Annual Student Conference: Technical Program
Become a Chem-E-Car Hero: Best Practices in Chem-E-Car Safety and EDP Development
Saturday, October 26, 2024 - 11:05am to 11:30am
In this insightful presentation, attendees will get an in depth view into AIChE’s Chem-E-Car program, which has undergone significant safety and operational advancements over the last five years as it has grown from an American event to an International one. The session will commence with a review of the key rule changes that have been implemented to enhance safety and efficiency in the competitions and their relation to industrial standards. Participants will gain valuable knowledge from regional AIChE Safety Coordinators about the most pressing safety concerns in the design and operation of these chemical-powered vehicles.
The talk will explore application of the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) for hazard communication in the Chem-E-Car program. Current and future teams will learn how GHS and other elements of Process Safety Management (PSM) are employed to assess and mitigate chemical risks effectively both during fabrication and at the competition. Emphasizing the need for environmental stewardship and sustainability, the presentation will also cover the protocols for safe waste disposal and the management strategies enforced at both regional and national competitions. Applications to industrial standards are included as appropriate.
Lastly, the audience will be given an inside look at the need for attention to detail required in crafting a comprehensive Engineering Design Package, which is paramount to the success of any Chem-E-Car project. This abstract encapsulates a session that promises to be as educational as it is engaging, offering a thorough overview of the Chem-E-Car program's commitment to safety, innovation, and sustainability.
Learning Objectives:
- Identify key safety and operational rule changes in Chem-E-Car over the past several years and how this relates to industrial practices.
- Review, directly from regional AIChE Safety Coordinators, the most prevalent safety concerns experienced in designing and operating a Chem-E-Car.
- Apply the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) to evaluate and manage chemical risk within the Chem-E-Car competition.
- Develop an understanding of the importance of safe waste disposal, how it is managed at the regional and national levels, and where the guidelines came from (industry perspective).
- Apply an appropriate attention to detail that is required for a well thought out and complete Engineering Design Package (EDP) that includes everything the initial reviewer needs to pass your car.